CIS-CAT Pro Assessor
Automated Configuration Assessment Tool
Overview
CIS-CAT Pro Assessor is a configuration assessment tool that helps organizations evaluate system configurations against the globally recognized CIS Benchmarks. It scans target systems and provides a score from 1-100, showing compliance with the security best practices. The tool helps automate the process of security configuration assessment, saving time and resources while ensuring alignment with CIS standards.
✨ Key Features
- Automated assessment against 100+ CIS Benchmarks
- Generates compliance scores (1-100)
- Supports local and remote assessments
- Command-line (CLI) and Graphical User Interface (GUI) versions
- Produces reports in various formats (HTML, XML, CSV)
- Supports SCAP 1.2 content
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Official tool for assessing against CIS Benchmarks, ensuring accuracy and alignment
- Developed and maintained by the same organization that creates the benchmarks
- Included as part of a comprehensive CIS SecureSuite Membership with other tools and resources
Unique Value: Provides the most accurate and authoritative way to automate the assessment of system configurations against the industry-standard CIS Benchmarks.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automating the audit of server and workstation configurations to ensure they meet CIS security standards
- Providing evidence of compliance for internal or external auditors
- Measuring and tracking configuration security posture over time
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Real-time threat detection or vulnerability scanning (focus is on configuration)
- Organizations not using or required to follow CIS Benchmarks
🏆 Alternatives
While other tools can scan against CIS Benchmarks, CIS-CAT Pro is the official tool from CIS, ensuring the most up-to-date and precise assessments. It is purpose-built for this task.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (CIS SecureSuite Membership tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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